This Bourbon Glazed Chicken is a sophisticated yet simple weeknight dinner that brings the warmth of Southern hospitality to your plate. Thinly pounded chicken breasts are pan-seared until golden, then finished in a luxurious sauce made with butter, brown sugar, Southern Comfort whiskey, and fresh orange juice. The result is tender meat coated in a glossy, slightly sweet, and aromatic glaze that balances the warmth of the bourbon with bright citrus notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for date nights or when you want to elevate a standard chicken dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside roasted potatoes or steamed greens for a complete meal.
Chicken, Bourbon Glazed
Description
This Bourbon Glazed Chicken is a sophisticated yet simple weeknight dinner that brings the warmth of Southern hospitality to your plate. Thinly pounded chicken breasts are pan-seared until golden, then finished in a luxurious sauce made with butter, brown sugar, Southern Comfort whiskey, and fresh orange juice. The result is tender meat coated in a glossy, slightly sweet, and aromatic glaze that balances the warmth of the bourbon with bright citrus notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for date nights or when you want to elevate a standard chicken dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside roasted potatoes or steamed greens for a complete meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound until thin and even, about half an inch thick.
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Season both sides of the chicken generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Heat unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming.
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Add chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
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Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
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Reduce heat to medium and add dark brown sugar, Southern Comfort whiskey, and orange juice to the same pan.
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Stir constantly, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the alcohol evaporates and the mixture thickens slightly.
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Pour in the chicken stock and simmer for another 2 minutes until the sauce reduces by half and coats the back of a spoon.
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Return chicken to the pan, turning to coat evenly in the glaze.
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Garnish with thin orange slices, pressing them gently into the sauce on top of the chicken.
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Transfer chicken to serving plates and spoon the remaining pan sauce over the top.
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Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 119.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.0g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
- Cholesterol 44.5mg15%
- Sodium 41.0mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 13.5g27%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
